The Economy of Runescape

The video explores the economy of Runescape, focusing on its evolution from a player-to-player trading system to the Grand Exchange. It discusses the economic assumptions in games, comparing them to real-world markets, and highlights the importance of the four P's of marketing in Runescape's unique trading environment. The video also examines the impact of real-world influences on Runescape's market, including the introduction of mobile platforms and the use of bonds as a currency exchange mechanism.

How did the introduction of the Grand Exchange change the trading dynamics in Runescape?

What was the primary method of trading in Runescape before the Grand Exchange was introduced?

What are the four P's of marketing, and how do they apply to trading in Runescape?

What role does reputation play in the player-to-player trading system in Runescape?

How does the economy of Runescape reflect real-world economic principles?

What was the effect of the mobile platform release on the price of premium subscription bonds in Runescape?

Discuss the impact of microtransactions on the economy of Runescape as mentioned in the text.